A prediabetes diagnosis can be scary, but it doesn’t mean type 2 diabetes is inevitable. With some healthy lifestyle changes, you can reverse prediabetes and prevent the onset of diabetes. Learn where to start here.
May 10th, 2022
A prediabetes diagnosis can be scary, but it doesn’t mean type 2 diabetes is inevitable. With some healthy lifestyle changes, you can reverse prediabetes and prevent the onset of diabetes. Learn where to start here.
Before you blame your age for your weight gain or sleep problems, you may want to have your hormone levels checked. Many of the symptoms people associate with getting older are caused by a hormone imbalance.
Until you get older, you probably don’t give your “poor old bones” a thought! So why would you even think about having a bone density test?
Peptides are all the rage right now. And it’s for a good reason. Even though it seems like peptide clinics appeared overnight, peptide injections have been in use to improve athletic performance, assist in weight loss, and even boost sexual stamina...
Are you feeling exhausted? Are you losing or gaining weight, but you don’t know why? And how about your hair? Is it falling out for no explicable reason?
Storing fat: Your mind probably shuddered at the words! But there’s more to this idea than meets the eye. There are important considerations both for and against storing fat. And it starts with our body’s need for energy.
If you’ve been carrying around an extra 20 pounds or more, you’re literally sick and tired of trying to lighten your load. And as the new year begins, you’re probably in a hurry to start on your weight loss goals!
Having a hysterectomy can be a trying physical and emotional experience, but it doesn’t have to be the end of control over your life.
Libido. You hear that word thrown around a lot, but what exactly is it? And are you one of the 43 percent of women or 31 percent of men suffering from low libido? And if you are, what can you do about it?
Have you noticed handfuls of hair coming out of your head? Or maybe your hairline slowly creeping away?
At the Lamkin Clinic, one aspect that sets us apart is our extensive suite of advanced lab and diagnostic services. As a result, our services are comprehensive, productive, and effective.
It’s harder to be social and maintain contact with loved ones; our options for exercising and being active are somewhat limited. And the pandemic has undoubtedly made everyone anxious about what to do now, and what comes next.
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women, with about 1 in 4 deaths caused by heart disease every year.
Many health-seekers are overwhelmed by the sheer range of options available when it comes to weight loss.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), asthma currently affects more than 25 million Americans (approximately 7.7% of adults and 8.4% of children).
When a new patient comes to our clinic, they are armed with a wide range of questions, and rightfully so. The Lamkin Clinic is distinctively different from ordinary medical practices.
A healthy immune system is your body’s first line of defense against a wide array of illnesses and chronic conditions.
Weight gain and obesity are clearly major problems in the United States. Unfortunately, more than two-thirds of Americans are currently overweight or obese, and this number has been trending upwards for decades.
Ask anyone who has dealt with a chronic illness or condition, and they will attest that no two medical providers function in quite the same way!
If you are not a natural “morning person,” don’t worry – you’re certainly not alone! Many people struggle with waking up in the morning and can feel groggy for minutes or even hours after opening their eyes.
With the arrival of allergy season, now is the ideal time to take a closer look at both allergies and the health of your immune system.
Chronic diseases account for 7 out of every ten deaths of Americans per year. In addition, they result in 75% of healthcare costs in the U.S. Diseases like these are easier to treat initially and can be preventable when detected early through tests.
A good night’s sleep can have a huge impact on your overall health from the inside out. Research has shown that individuals who get quality sleep regularly have:
When it comes to weight loss, there are often several recommended diet and lifestyle changes that patients need to make to be successful well after their diet has ended.
Food plays a huge role in how our brains and bodies can perform. From boosting cognitive abilities to providing an extra boost of energy, what you consume has a lot of weight other than calorie count alone.
Natural aging has several unpleasant side impacts across the board that vary by individual and life stage.
There are several reasons why a visit to the Lamkin Clinic for advanced lab and diagnostic testing is:
Unfortunately, many people don’t go to the doctor as often as they should for preventive care. They believe that if they aren’t suffering from any specific illness or symptoms, there’s no reason to schedule an appointment.
It’s harder to be social and maintain contact with loved ones; our options for exercising and being active are somewhat limited. And the pandemic has undoubtedly made everyone anxious about what to do now, and what comes next.
Traditional weight loss plans and weight loss clinics are often a tempting first stop for people who want to get serious about losing weight. A typical weight loss plan may entail:
2020 was challenging in more ways than one, but as 2021 rolls around, it’s a great time to take stock and ensure that the coming year is your healthiest and happiest year yet!
When it comes to heart disease, protecting the health of your heart is more important than ever before. Recent studies found heart disease remains the leading cause of death for Americans.
When it comes to treating hormonal imbalance, there is no uniform approach. Hormonal imbalance can come from various sources.
With the global pandemic corresponding with the arrival of pollen season, it’s an ideal time to take a closer look at both allergies and the health of your immune system. These issues may impact your day-to-day life.
There are several reasons why a visit to the Lamkin Clinic for advanced lab and diagnostics is:
Thyroid disease is one of the most common medical conditions in the country. In America alone, an estimated 27 million individuals have thyroid disease, which could potentially be as high as 60 million. That’s where thyroid optimization comes into play.
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in America. Undetected cardiovascular disease is the most significant health risk today.
Losing or maintaining a healthy weight is a lifetime struggle for millions of Americans across the country.
It’s easy to blow off an annual physical, but yearly exams are essential to keep you healthy. Some people approach a physical with anxiety and fear and want to avoid them at all costs.
Hormonal imbalances are a common problem for millions of Americans, especially as we age.
At the Lamkin Clinic, we offer many services and treatments that help you live your best life.
When it comes to breathing problems, one of the most chronic conditions in the United States and all around the world is asthma.
Do an online search for diet plans or weight loss, and you’ll be presented with millions of options.
Taking care of your heart is one of the best things you can do to ensure a long and healthy life. Heart health has been in the national spotlight for years.
Every day, millions of Americans embark on a new diet in the hopes of losing weight. And it’s easy to see why!
There’s a reason why dieting is a multi-million dollar industry. There are countless
When it comes to treating hormonal imbalance, there is no uniform approach. Hormonal imbalance can come from various sources.
With millions of Americans staying home during the global COVID-19 pandemic, a wide range of health issues may be linked to inactivity and isolation are on the rise.
The health risks of being overweight or obese are certainly well documented. Being overweight can increase your risks for heart disease, Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, and several other long-term medical conditions that can have deadly consequences.
The weight loss industry is a multi-million dollar market that is oversaturated with solutions.
For years, America has had a national issue with childhood obesity. News headlines all across the country have highlighted this growing epidemic, as the percentage of children ages 19 and under with a weight-problem has continually been on the rise.
As the years’ pass, you may start to notice those little physical changes that naturally accompany the aging process.
Everyone has an “off” day where you just don’t feel like yourself.
Most everyone has a few common medical conditions that they live with on occasion.
Are you susceptible to an allergic reaction to food, environmental factors, drugs, or other common aspects of everyday life? You’re certainly not alone!
In the last year or two, you may have been hearing more about your gut and its connection to your overall wellbeing. When it comes to the big picture of your health, your gut is more important than most people think.
Traditional weight loss plans and weight loss clinics are often a tempting first stop for people who want to get serious about losing weight.
The importance of prevention, such as Advanced Cardiovascular Screening, when it comes to heart disease and stroke, cannot be underestimated. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the U.S.
Weight-loss is one of the hottest topics in the health arena. So, it’s no wonder there are limitless ways to gauge your success, as well as whether you are at a healthy weight.
If you’ve noticed you haven’t been looking or feeling your best, rest assured you are by no means alone. Natural aging has several unpleasant side impacts across the board that vary by individual, as well as life stage.
Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other cognitive diseases have become a rising problem in America. Recent studies suggest that a person’s risk of dementia doubles every five years, starting at age 65.
Growth Hormone Peptide Therapy is a popular therapeutic intervention that’s used around the world for a myriad of reasons.
When it comes to weight-loss strategies and measurements, there’s certainly no shortage of information or advice available.
When it comes to weight loss, there are often several recommended diet and lifestyle changes that patients need to make to be successful well after their diet has ended.
When it comes to heart disease, protecting the health of your heart is more important than ever before. Recent studies found heart disease remains the leading cause of death for Americans.
Unfortunately, many people don’t go to the doctor as often as they should for preventive care. They believe if they aren’t suffering from any specific illness or symptoms that there’s no reason to schedule an appointment.
Advanced cardiovascular screening is more important today than it’s ever been. Undetected cardiovascular disease is the greatest health risk facing people today.
Thyroid disease is one of the most common, yet misunderstood and overlooked, conditions in Americans. It’s estimated that in the United States, at least 27 million and as many as 60 million people have thyroid disease.
When it comes to treating hormonal imbalance, there is no uniform approach. Yet, many in the medical field continuously prescribe “band-aid” treatments that may work for some but don’t offer all patients optimal results,...
DO you have chronic symptoms such as fatigue, aches, pains, and brain fog? If so, you might be suffering from biotoxin illness.
The Lamkin Clinic is a proud practitioner of Functional Medicine, an approach many are calling the future of medicine.
Arthritis is the inflammation of any of the 200 joints within the human body, and also affects the bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
For years, our healthcare system has always been focused on treating the symptoms of disease. Patients going to the doctor would expect to get treatment for their disease or chronic condition by way of a drug prescribed by the medical professional.
Everyone wants to figure out the secret to health and wellness, so they try various diets, workout routines, fitness plans, and more.
How many times have you seen your doctor for an ailment, only to have all your X-rays, blood tests, and other diagnostic tests come back normal? You know you’re suffering, and so does your doctor, but what can they do?
In a new study that looked at over 5,000 older Irish adults, it was found that greater amounts of belly fat are associated with cognitive impairment.
As part of the Lamkin medical weight loss clinic’s health plan, some patients are put on a Paleo diet for clean eating.
In the last few years, platelet-rich plasma therapy has become more popular among athletes in treating specific injuries in the hopes that it will help them return to competing more quickly than medication, surgery, or physical therapy alone,...
The question of whether menopausal or perimenopausal females should begin natural hormone replacement (HRT) is an individual one. There are no broad brushstrokes to paint this picture.
Today’s traditional medicine has vastly improved over years past, but there are still a variety of diseases that are not fully understood.
It’s a new year, and many people start it off by resolving to stick to a diet. Unfortunately, when it comes to weight loss, it is not as simple as cutting carbs or eliminating fat.
Functional medicine investigates the origin of a health issue, seeking to pinpoint the cause of disease and illness. Instead of a one-track, “Band-Aid tactic” that insists on treating the symptom, not the causal issue,...
Hypothyroidism symptoms in women vary, but no matter the signs, be it fatigue or weight gain, they often cause considerable physical and emotional discomfort.
An underactive thyroid is a medical condition known as hypothyroidism where certain hormones that are usually secreted by the thyroid gland are no longer produced in sufficient quantities or at all.
In men, an awareness of the aging process typically begins sometime in the mid-to-late thirties.
Well documented in the scientific literature is that the male aging process is associated with declining testosterone levels. It is also well established that testosterone plays a prominent role in many physiologic processes that impart good health.
Low dose Naltrexone, or LDN, has unique properties unlike any other medication. Further, it’s not what it does while in your body, but what it triggers after it is metabolized within four hours of taking it. First, a little background.
Thyroid hormone synthesis and then its delivery to where it needs to go is a complex process that involves various stages. The process begins in the brain and ends in the cells and tissues if all goes right.
One of the most important screening tests we’ve been using for years at The Lamkin Clinic is the fasting insulin test. Insulin is the hormone produced by the pancreas to drive glucose (blood sugar) into the cells to produce energy.
leep is one of those wonderfully built-in processes that we all need to maintain health. Everyone on the planet needs regular quality deep sleep (usually between seven to eight hours) for optimal health.
A couple weeks ago in the first part of this series, I wanted to achieve two goals. First, to help people with insulin resistance or type II diabetes understand what “insulin resistance” really is.
Most people consider the predominant form of diabetes (type II) to be merely a condition of high blood sugar, but the fundamental problem is much more complex (and interesting).
Unfortunately, being overweight has a stigma associated with it. The opinionated and under-informed often think that overweight people are gluttonous, don’t have any discipline, or are just lazy.
Thyroid hormones provide our body’s cells and tissues with important signals that affect just about every aspect of health.
With all the hype about sugar, the effects of sugar on men gets little attention.
Want to lose weight for the summer? Here are some tips on weight loss—before summer and during the sweltering weather.
Your thyroid is a very important, small, butterfly-shaped gland in your neck that controls production of some of the most critical hormones in your body. Among other bodily functions, your thyroid hormones regulate your body’s metabolism.
If you’ve tried to lose weight for any length of time, you know the two most basic things you have to do: eat healthy and exercise.
Feeling tired? Struggling to concentrate? Have unexplained aches and pains? These can be symptoms of a few different things, but if you’ve just had a baby, it’s worth considering whether or not you might have postpartum thyroiditis.
Chances are you’ve heard about the BMI (Body Mass Index) measurement. It’s a common metric used to determine whether someone is overweight or obese. However, it’s a rule of thumb at best.